St Laurence CofE Primary School
94%
Capacity
236
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About St Laurence CofE Primary School
St Laurence CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Shropshire community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 236 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 250 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Laurence CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Stephen Matthews, it falls under Shropshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 66% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5812th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 32nd out of 88 in Shropshire.
St Laurence CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 58 applications for 30 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 34 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Laurence CofE Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Forest School, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Rounders, Swimming, Dance, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Drama, Science Club, Coding and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 15.3%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Shropshire, St Laurence CofE Primary School is one of the options available in the West Midlands region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Jockeyfield, Ludlow, Shropshire, SY8 1TP |
| Headteacher | Stephen Matthews |
| Local Authority | Shropshire |
| Number of Pupils | 236 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 15.3% |
| School Capacity | 236 / 250 (94% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 24 Apr 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (66%)
5812th of 13,686
Nationally
566th of 1,378
In West Midlands
32nd of 88
In Shropshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
66%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
70%
'23/24
66%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
58
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
34 families put this school as their 1st choice (59% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Jockeyfield, Ludlow
Shropshire, SY8 1TP
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